Rustic Bird Feeders Are Tops As Wildlife Accessories For Your Yard
When you want to attract birds to your yard or garden and you're not in to purchasing expensive store bought feeders, you might consider using home made rustic bird feeders. These wonderfully appealing items are sure to capture the attention of your feathered friends and they make a lovely addition to any outdoor setting without seeming too pretentious. Additionally make sure that there are misters in your garden to provide the birds with water after their meal.
Rustic bird feeders and bird houses are those that are generally created from untreated wood although some of these handcrafted birding accessories are made from gourds, tree branches and other materials that can be found anywhere outdoors. The structure and design can be polished, as seen in many Victorian styled bird feeders, or you can select one that has a more inexpensive, casual and decidedly home made appearance.
However, should you wish to purchase a commercially produced feeder here's some things to look out for. Some bird feeders are made of pine heartwood and are shaped quite simply, much like a box or cage. Others are created to resemble a barn or a country cottage and even include living quarters for a variety of birds. Lighted bird feeders and elaborate birdhouses are even available that have been designed so that they have the appearance of log cabins, elegant condos or even duplex apartments. It is not unusual to find some of these feeders with roofs made from cedar shakes, glass windows and fake chimneys.
Most of the popular bird feeders have tops or sides that are easily removed so that new bird food can be added without problem. You should always check and see if the top of your favorite feeder is easy to remove or if you must use a funnel to pour the birdseed through a small, permanent opening. Take my word for it, the removable top is a much better method.
Just a spike or some wire can be used to attach many rustic bird feeders to a tree branch. There are also a variety of shepherd’s hooks that have a S shaped curved end which will securely hold all but the heaviest bird feeders. In some cases your new bird feeder may attract the interest of squirrels and other animals. You may even find that a bat will swoop down to investigate your bird feeder during the evening and night hours. Don’t despair though because there are bat cages and squirrel feeders that you can add to your garden to keep them away from your prized bird house and bird feeder. Trust me, once you've started feeding birds, buying feeders, birdhouses etc, you won't begrudge spending a little more to keep the pests away.
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